The day begins at a relaxed pace, giving guests time to enjoy Bardstown at their own rhythm. Often called one of America’s most beautiful small towns, its historic streets, cemeteries, shops, and bourbon heritage invite exploration. This unstructured time allows space to rest, wander, and absorb the layered history that quietly lingers in every corner.

As afternoon turns toward evening, we regroup for a guided haunted crawl through Bardstown’s historic core. Stories of frontier life, tragedy, and restless spirits emerge as we visit locations long associated with unexplained encounters and enduring legends. This walk bridges local folklore with documented history, offering insight into why Bardstown is so often named among Kentucky’s most haunted towns.

After dinner in town, the energy shifts dramatically as we travel to one of the most infamous supernatural locations in the United States. Once a tuberculosis sanatorium, this massive hilltop structure has become legendary for its reported activity and emotional weight. With private access after dark, guests participate in an extended investigation inside its shadowed halls, tunnels, and wards—an immersive experience that stands as the centerpiece of the weekend and a defining moment of Kentucky’s haunted legacy.

PLEASE NOTE: Itineraries are subject to slight change depending on availability or weather & travel conditions. 

The final morning invites a quieter, more reflective close to the weekend as we journey to one of Kentucky’s most historically significant landscapes. The site of the bloodiest Civil War battle fought in the state, Perryville is a place where the land itself seems to hold memory. Vast fields, gentle rises, and solemn markers create an atmosphere that is both peaceful and profoundly moving.

Our visit begins with historical context, grounding the experience in the events that unfolded here and the lives forever altered. From there, we take in a broad battlefield view, allowing time to pause, reflect, and consider how moments of great loss can leave lasting impressions on a place. The experience concludes at the battlefield cemetery, where quiet contemplation offers space to integrate the intensity of the weekend and honor those who came before.

This final experience is not about investigation, but connection—linking history, landscape, and personal reflection. We then gather for a relaxed celebration lunch, a chance to share stories, insights, and closing thoughts before departures. Guests leave with a deeper appreciation for Kentucky’s layered past and a sense of completion that lingers well beyond the journey home.

PLEASE NOTE: Itineraries are subject to slight change depending on availability or weather & travel conditions.